Top 10 HIDDEN GEM Arma 3 Mods (2023)

[@95percentrookie]

Your appreciation for vanilla Arma 3 stuff is cool, and these lesser known mod lists are actually pretty helpful since a lot of these mods you just wouldn't know to search for and aren't super popular so get missed. Keep it up!

[@Viper1Zero]

Thanks my man!!

[@Aaltonen119]

"If your goal was to get me to hate CSAT, mission accomplished." I feel you, Viper.

[@z80cpu1]

I can vouch for the 'Blue Water' mod and the 'No Haze' mod, both are simple and work quite well! I have used both for years. Another good mod that has been missed that I have used for years is called 'HelpMe' mod. A little of everything in it. Most of the important functions have hotkeys for which is nice. Some features are cheats and some are quality of life enhancements. Works with everything I have used it with (missions/campaigns). It is one Steam, just search the workshop for it. Thanks V1Z for your work on the videos as well! Been watching them for quite a while too! From a former vet to a 'soon to be vet', thanks for your service! :)

[@nexus8765]

Im glad someone else enjoys the vanilla setting of arma and enjoys mods that improve on what bohemia gave us, and thank you, i was looking to add more mods to my playlist so this is just what i needed! personally the CSAT modification project is my go to CSAT replacement mod but DVK's is a very close second

[@Viper1Zero]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@RickOShay]

Some great mods in that list Viper - I'd almost forgotten about Head Range plus - time to dust off my TrackIR. Keep up the good work - Arma3 is alive and kicking.

[@Viper1Zero]

Its a banger that has helped keep it alive for me, I know that much! Appreciate the kind words, my man.

[@AdamBlackArts]

One of my favorite mods of all time is one you can't get anymore because it was on Armaholic: Vehicle Doors and Lights. Fortunately I kept a copy. It's never left my mod list.

[@Viper1Zero]

I never snagged that one from Armaholic. Sad I missed it

[@AdamBlackArts]

@@Viper1Zero Nevermind last; I just emailed you a link.

[@swenm7777]

CSAT helmets and equipment is weird but i like em, i understand why someone might not but i think the arma franchise has thrived in looking at wonky future scenarios like the xm7 in 2 and the way they changed the warriors turret to one that was never adopted irl. I feel like bohemia also knew that wasn't the direction china whould go into but it stands out as memorable wich is needed in a lot of military shooters and im just interested if things like fully bulletproof suits with ac or helmets that grab your head like that can be something well do in the future. But the retexture does work great, mostly cause base arma 3 gives the militaries very little options in equipment.

[@marc13bautista]

Hope you can cover TPW Mods next time. It's quite an awesome ambience addition to so many things that it doesn't make Arma 3 have that "empty sandbox" feeling.

[@jackncoke8527]

You’re covering of Vanilla and fan-expanded “vanilla” content/lore is what brings me back to your channel

[@NomasX]

Hey, it's a good day when Viper posts. On the CSAT note, I could be wrong but one could say it was intentional to make them seem... alien, hostile or unfriendly to show them "bad guys". I don't recall where I heard this but it does make sense. Also I'm CSAT fan, gimme them helmets xD

[@Synystr7]

"I am an absolute SLUT for blue water"

[@prestongarvey4396]

I got to agree with you, that Aqua colored water is the best color of water. Also, great video!

[@Viper1Zero]

Thanks my friend!

[@sniperproductions0]

The vid was amazing! As I have reinstalled ArMa just to play with these mods. (I now own a MilSim group on multiple games lol) And the mods you have recommended in your videos have been an amazing help, so thank you for that. If I was able to give a suggestion, maybe include themes for each video like for instance, next video is Modern themed, like without the futuristic 2035 stuff, and so on.

[@baddrifter01]

I've been using No More Aircraft Bouncing for a long time now. It truly never leaves my mod list. After I saw the Reduced Haze Mod in one of your other videos, it hasn't left my mod list either. I do wish I had a TrackIR because having to use so many key binds when flying jets or helis is not terrible but it is very clunky. Good set of mods and they all definitely deserve more downloads

[@RevanRA]

I'm a mod maker for Arma 3 on hiatus right now, but I can definitely add that yes it is an absolute pain in the ass to mod Arma 3, however it was worse to mod the older games for sure. I can say these individuals are awesome for the mods they've created and I can only dream of achieving the same status as them one day. Thanks for your videos, Viper! Always a treat to watch them!

[@FrostyyMcToasty]

Dunno why Steven's mods aren't getting a lot of traction even though they are so amazing, thanks for shining some light on these!!

[@Viper1Zero]

Man he does SOOOOOO much more than Reduced Haze too. The guy is an ABSOLUTE scripting monster.

[@blackfalco33]

Here come the boss. Good content as always mate. Viper, do you think we'll be able to see Arma4 next year? Or its gonna take longer?

[@fqeagles21]

I'll drop a MOAB on the like button❤

[@Viper1Zero]

Fucking legend.

[@oyeyae]

Thanks bro i just download the game again after a long time and wondering what mod should i use

[@Viper1Zero]

Welcome back to the FIGHT

[@reginaldmctinface]

tinter-furniture is a game changing mod that i don't think you've covered and really needs more attention

[@somethingsomething2685]

Really awesome video, well done mx retexture and csat overhaul ones are my favorites!

[@Juxxi81]

Could you make a steam collection with the mods you always use

[@Dash62g]

Extended Head Range also allows you to lean out of the Little Bird to check your tail rotor, peek over your console in a jet on carrier landings, lean and turn around in helicopters to to count gow many peiple youre carrying and to ensure everyone dismounted, its great.

[@Viper1Zero]

Indeed it does, a mod I’ve had in my modlist since 2016!

[@vincentb7306]

I'm a big infantry boy so while I do love these mods and have all except for one (track IR) I prefer the mods like grenade animation and recoil coefficient mods that make inf combat less robotic. Gotta say tho the vibes in your videos are stellar. Been lurking here and in the discord since a year or two ago when it was released and man it's a great group you got going.

[@Viper1Zero]

Thank you for the long time support, my friend! And those are some great mods for the ground guys, I'm glad they get so much love because that's honestly where 90% of the life of Arma 3 is on the ground.

[@NicholasUmstead]

Been using the 3CB factions mod to rework AAF and CSAT forces to look more like current Eastern and Western forces. Honestly love using the RHS gear but with that AAF and CSAT camo scheme

[@By-s]

When it comes to the Comanche, I like the AH-99R Mohican mod better, the bay doors can be closed and the external pylons can be Jetsoned if I remember, though the mod itself has its own quirks : - The helicopter itself isn't available in the virtual garage ( I modded the file myself and added it there so I can spawn it at will) - If you spawn it in Eden or Zeus, it won't have the external pylons, you have to either add them manually through console commands or rearm at an ammo truck for them to be added automatically. Other than these quirks, the mod is completely functional, the original mod file is still available in the workshop under the name "AH99R test" The mod was made by firewill himself. Edit: Confirmed, you can even add the radar on top and apparently ,it's functional, really a shame that the mod was abandoned .

[@Viper1Zero]

I don't even think that mod is available anymore, I don't see it in the workshop. Think he pulled it a couple years back.

[@ColonelRoseru]

Viper you're not only a great KZbinr but also an amazing service man, Thanks for your content and service!

[@thatzaliasguy]

Note: Head Range Plus works for Tobii Tracker 5 as well.

[@Viper1Zero]

Oh wow I did not know that

[@joelcox5801]

You know, a mod that I'm surprised that hasn't been created yet is a vanilla FIA overhaul mod or even a simple weapon replacer for the TRG-21, we have a decent selection of rifles from APEX that fit the FIA just fine, even Bohemia used them for the Tac-Ops Mission Pack. The FIA faction just need a little spice for me to like them more than I currently do.

[@Venom-du9do]

what do you use to get a shot at 2:13 Like the zoom i mean???

[@Viper1Zero]

GCAM

[@Venom-du9do]

@@Viper1Zero pog pog, thank you so much

[@BillyOrBobbyOrSomething]

“If your goal was to get me to hate CSAT then mission accomplished” lmfaooooo facts 😭😭😂😂

[@Viper1Zero]

Lmao am I right

[@BillyOrBobbyOrSomething]

@@Viper1Zero I’d press the big red button on them, yes

[@cezartengeryn]

Thanks, Viper. Hella helpful video, but what do you think of the CSAT Modification Project? Isn't it better than a DVK overhaul?

[@latch9781]

Need to feature Fish Cam Cream. It's a small cosmetic for infantry, but adds so much immersion

[@DeaFenZiV]

Have you considered getting into DCS? I was in love with the F16 IRL and after getting into DCS I have a whole new level of appreciation for it

[@Viper1Zero]

I have but I don't think DCS will be regular content for me until my kids are a little older and I have more time to dedicate to gaming. Arma is the perfect fit right now because I can get on and get stuff done in 20 min where as DCS its 1:1 time and the camera controls are SHIT.

[@DeaFenZiV]

@@Viper1Zero that's exactly what I love about arma, I'm so excited for 4

[@azcoder]

You probably know, but the AH-99 was the AH-66 Comanche. It never entered service in the real world, but it was available in Arma 2 Eagle Wing campaign as an alternate to the Apache. Also I'm totally with you on CSAT. I like the camo in the mod you showed, downloaded. Thanks.

[@Viper1Zero]

Yup! Never went past the prototype phase and its really sad. The -64D was deemed the right answer, and honestly I'm not mad because I love the Apache more lol

[@samcrane5273]

Head range plus is honestly favourite mod even not for flying it's great

[@TPMTactical]

Some great mods there. Didn't know about the Vile Hud mod though. I just turn everything off manually, so I am looking forward to using that mod. Thanks for sharing.

[@Viper1Zero]

VileHud is AMAZING. Lightweight and super simple to use. A must have.

[@GavinC.S]

my man goes to a bad day and forget the schedule to make top 10 hidden gem mods and just put it all the bad word to this mod lol!

[@checkmate257]

As for a new player getting into arma 3 mods, whats your go to rearm, repair and refuel method. I use the USAF service menu for f35/f22 but that doesn't work for vanilla aircraft. Is there a one stop shop mod for all aircraft?

[@Viper1Zero]

There isn't, however you can easily make a composition of vanilla, USAF, and Firewill rearm/refuel point assets.

[@Heriet]

I recently got into DCS and upgrade with a HOTAS and Tobii Eyetracker. I also tried it out on Arma, but I dont really feel using the HOTAS, because as soon as I need to go into my camera, im back on Mouse and Keyboard. How do you bring this together?

[@Viper1Zero]

I just got used to switching between the two, honestly.

[@Ianassa91]

"Now I know you guys are probably sick of me talking about the F-16 but I don't f***ing care because it's the best fighter ever made by human hands I'll f***ing die on this hill" I died 🤣

[@juanmanuelvidal5121]

Hello Viper, i have a question, do you have a discord i can join? Because i remember that some weeks ago i read something written by you about making an arma server for everyone to play on and i wanted to know more. Awesome video!

[@WarmerFutureGaming]

nice to sit here, smoke a cigar and watch some of the best Arma content on youtube! Great video as always my man keep it up!

[@Viper1Zero]

Haha, I haven't smoked a cigar since my wedding. I should grab one sometime! Appreciate the kind words, my friend. Glad you enjoyed!

[@stewfly9227]

90% of these mods have also been on my list for a while. They're great. nice video.

[@Viper1Zero]

Thanks man! They're not UNHEARD of but they are criminally underrated in my book.

[@stewfly9227]

No doubt. I know you're fixed wing but the ah64 official project is waiting for us to jam out on... jsaying

[@westtnskirmishlog6820]

Excellent. Thanks for keeping us in the know. Soon as I get a bigger PC I can actually run this thing on high settings. Great work as always.

[@Viper1Zero]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@thegaminggecko5451]

Man really loves his F-16, can't blame him because its a beautiful aircraft

[@joshuapowell2675]

I totally didn't realize you were stationed in the panhandle. I'm assuming Elgin AFB by the way you talk about fighters?

[@Viper1Zero]

I’m actually stationed at Hurlburt Field, but will prob go to Eglin after here if I don’t get picked up for flight school this year.

[@joshuapowell2675]

@@Viper1Zero Oh nice. I was actually at Hurlburt for a couple years (2015-18). Worked electronic warfare systems on the AC-130U. I was just totally surprised to hear you mention being in that area cause I've watched quite a few of your videos. Pretty small world 🤙

[@welsh2266]

Nice video as always mate. Could you do a video of mods that enhance the vanilla ground vehicles please? What im hoping for are mods that increase the damage protection of MRAPS, IFV and APCs so the people won't die when the vehicle is hit - sort of bring them to real life standards, improve the power of vehicles and enhance the turned in capability of the vehicles? Thanks a mil.

[@Viper1Zero]

Hmm I'm not sure I've honestly seen many mods like that, but I'll keep that video in mind as a possible future one!

[@ViperBATDTF]

Yeah I always hated the "bug" helmets.. DVK is a must 🤘🏻🔥 Great as usual Viper1Zero 🤘🏻

[@Viper1Zero]

Thank you, my friend!

[@ViperBATDTF]

@Viper1Zero you're welcome Dude 🤘🏻 *I haven't forgotten about making the AAF vs CSAT missions.. they are in progress.. definitely using the DVK mod 🔥.. work/life woes..

[@WiAtEr_-7]

What's the 6:00 music? I can't find it

[@BlackFoxQ]

Arma 3 Tank DLC Last Stand :>

[@WiAtEr_-7]

@@BlackFoxQ thank you kind man

[@BlackFoxQ]

@@WiAtEr_-7 You're welcome random citizen. :>

[@DEEZ_N4T]

The more the community delivers sexy mods to Viper, the more he becomes unhinged and in love

[@Viper1Zero]

I'm slipping deeper and deeper into dark territory and I love it

[@acantho_aka_hazara]

Good video, all were added to my list ;)

[@SniperFallen06]

Excellent video as always, i want to see more of the newer mods coming out this month

[@Andrew-pd7co]

Highly respect your playlist organization 💯

[@Стив-е2р]

Just want to say thank you for your time and congrats on organizing the channel like this. Sub

[@xander8853]

Awsome stuff as always. You are highly appreciated and your videos FN Rock!

[@hitmanonefactual8682]

can reduced haze be used on the SOG Prarie Fire mod?

[@vixentthefloofywolfo9416]

The F-16's by XRAM are nice, but it would be helpful if you gave the name to the other skins as well. I've been looking for C-130 skins for a very long time.

[@Viper1Zero]

If you found the F-16 mod then click on XRAMs profile and go to his workshop. 130s are there

[@alex.the.gamer.]

i just got arma 3 you have been such a nice help with getting mods downloaded tysm

[@Viper1Zero]

Any time my friend, so glad you've enjoyed!

[@alex.the.gamer.]

@@Viper1Zero do you do events in arma 3 with your friends?

[@luisglez9092]

What makes the contrail on the wings of the plane more visible?

[@SA80TAGE]

5:00 I'll crash you into that hill using the Eurofighter :P

[@toastwitz2446]

I suddenly now want a video of Viper just shittalking every other aircraft besides the F-16

[@Viper1Zero]

"Don't TEMPT ME, Frodo."

[@RemontKvartir39]

новая версия игры поддерживает экстремальную видимость, текстуры и эффекты, но не каждый компьютер потянет такое хочется пожелать разработчикам и энтузиастам продолжать улучшать и оптимизировать любимую многими игру

[@JoseAlvarez-jb6yi]

Hearing the Sam Fisher's goggles sound🤯🤯🤯

[@roxout5743]

high quality vid

[@stevenmendoza472]

this is a bit off topic just watched "Guy Ritchie's the Covenant" serious ARMA 3 vibes... maybe a video on missions that have movie vibes....

[@quarantinedandgaming6085]

Awesome video!

[@autopilot5567]

Stationed at NASP or Correy Station?

[@Viper1Zero]

HQ AFSOC, Hurlburt Field

[@homersimpson6167]

Wow gem of a channel 👍 new subscriber

[@Viper1Zero]

Welcome! And thank you

[@irish7460]

Davik, you better run for the covers, cause he's coming for that kiss...

[@Viper1Zero]

My wife: Why did you buy a ticket to Italy?? Me: ...reasons

[@Jazzaconda]

Great Channel mate!

[@Viper1Zero]

Thanks man!

[@BlackFoxQ]

I haven't watched the video yet. I hope some reskins of that cool CSAT helmet are on the list. :>

[@Viper1Zero]

... I thought we had something...

[@michaeljosephdimaano2802]

Add WebKnight's Improved Melee System and Advance Vaulting

[@captainmorganm8697]

Now I really wanna see a video from you on why the F-16 is the best. Lol.

[@paintbrushismyblade3274]

Love your videos man, I find some great mods thanks to you.

[@White_Raven_Films]

one more thing i wish i could have in ArmA III CSAT forces is a mod that makes them speak English

[@STyx2909]

Another great review.

[@Viper1Zero]

Thanks man!

[@ZombieGunslingr]

Firewill had a much better black foot years ago mod but he discontinued it .also mana island is a great sea bourne ops map . small island great for carrier ops and invasion missions .

[@Viper1Zero]

RIGHT?! I hated that it went away.

[@Shadow_TA]

It's a pity that I won't see the Real Virtual 5 engine in the new part of arma. It will be "Enfusion"

[@bartegexe8182]

Time to missile strike that like button and reinstall the DEGA AH-99E

[@Viper1Zero]

FOX 2

[@craighopper2698]

Ample Camo & Gorka's and Gear are my go to

[@Viper1Zero]

Amazing mods!

[@leeroy_tm]

Oooo daddy viper with another video!

[@leeroy_tm]

The evil sounding commentary you're doing is great.😂👌

[@Viper1Zero]

lmao These modders better watch tF out

[@TheRunaway115]

SCmod hinestly has been one of the best mods I’ve ever downloaded

[@Viper1Zero]

I downloaded it right after it was launched and it was kinda buggy, but I havent tried it since! I need to.

[@NomasX]

Viper's really hitting on all those mod creators xD

[@Viper1Zero]

Look I'm as straight as they come but Arma mods are Arma mods LMAO

[@SYDSTUDIO]

hi i need your help I have a KZbin channel and my content is making movies with Arma 3 but my computer doesn't like its performance while recording so I want to buy a new computer and I want your advice on new computer specs for high fps and ability to put many vehicles and soldiers In the scenario without any problem during recording

[@vulpesrosarum4795]

Gm Viper, hope you've been doing well bro

[@cardboarddignity]

Dropping JDAM on Like button just because I abso-fucking-lutely agree on that F-16

[@Viper1Zero]

Best jet ever made!

[@orca3496]

love your content bro

[@zgaminggallery9910]

Great vid

[@Viper1Zero]

Thanks man!

[@peteris1486]

Liked because of 5:03

[@Viper1Zero]

Viper GANG

[@insurgentleman]

6:21 oomagaw...

[@somethingsomething2685]

I mean Viper already gets turned on by a normal f-16 imagine this.

[@Viper1Zero]

^He's not wrong.

[@SA80TAGE]

yo i can't get reduced haze to work, i see no difference, even if its the only mod loaded.

[@shawnhits704]

Honestly bro ive had this game for so long and still have no idea what the fuck to do or what to download or how to set up a proper solo experience with mods like realistic guns and units, and maps like fallujah and the afghan ones. I just wanna run some single player using 2000's US units against insurgents. How do i start?

[@Viper1Zero]

Hop on my discord and hit me up, I’ll run you through everything you need to do. Easy.

[@Chun-liorChungus-li]

Will you say hi Your one of my favourite youtubers

[@Viper1Zero]

Sup

[@ProbablyHarmless]

you are infact correct, the f-16 is the best fighter jet ever-fight me

[@Viper1Zero]

Viper GANG

[@moritamikamikara3879]

I actually kinda like the beetle helmet.

[@Viper1Zero]

EWWWWWWW just kidding love what you love haha

[@the_yeegineer]

I want to play this game now but I don’t have pc AAAAAAA

[@ЕвгенийГладков-ы1в]

Reduced Haze mod stopo working long ago.

[@casianvulpe2055]

bombastic

[@patriot379]

I’m gonna have to disagree on the f-16. The f-15 is definitely the best fighter